A new Probus Club in Bondi Beach will provide retirees and semi-retirees exciting social opportunities, offering monthly gatherings and group activities at the Waverley Library.
The club will hold its inaugural event—a free morning tea—on 11 February 2025 in the Theatrette Room at the Waverley Library on Denison Street, Bondi Junction. Attendees are invited to arrive at 9:45 a.m. for a 10:00 a.m. start.
A Social Hub for Bondi Beach Retirees
The Bondi Beach Probus Club aims to connect retirees and semi-retirees with monthly meetings featuring guest speakers, group outings, and interest-based activities. The organisers shared that those who attend and join on the day will receive foundation membership status.
Monthly meetings will occur at 10:00 a.m. every second Tuesday, beginning in March 2025. The goal is to offer a community-driven platform for members to remain socially, men tally, and physically active.
What Probus Offers
Probus is a non-profit organisation with 1,400 clubs across Australia, all dedicated to fostering friendships and fun among retirees and semi-retirees. Each club operates independently to provide opportunities such as group outings, day trips, holidays, and interest-based gatherings.
New members will pay a one-time joining fee of $30 to cover administration fee and a name badge. The Club has also set an annual membership fee of $60 to cover venue hire, insurance, and other administrative costs.
The Bondi Beach chapter joins an established network of Probus Clubs in the Eastern Suburbs, ensuring those interested in connecting can find a club close to home. For residents outside Bondi, Probus South Pacific offers an online tool to locate nearby clubs.
It’s important to have mental stimulation and things to look forward to. Probus provides those every month as well as lasting friendships.
Dawn Whitworth
How to Join
Residents interested in joining the Bondi Beach Probus Club can RSVP by contacting Community Engagement Officer Isabella at 1300 630 488 or register below:
Even those unable to attend the first meeting are encouraged to register to stay informed about future events.
Probus Club Bondi Beach focuses on fun, community, and connection, offering a welcome space for retirees and semi-retirees to meet like-minded individuals and explore new opportunities during retirement.
We would have no hesitation in advising other people to join a Probus Club and to get involved with the administrative functions of the Club. It’s a magic opportunity to meet new friends and even to learn of useful activities or of social issues provided by speakers. Most Probians are a happy lot and this is contagious for others. It can be exciting especially for people who want to be involved in activities after leaving the workforce.
Fred Travis
Published 13-January-2025
